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Tory Lanez’s Alleged Attacker Unmasked In Brutal Prison Stabbing

Alleged Attacker  responsible for attacking Tory Lanez in prison is Santino Casio, a known violent offender currently facing life behind bars.

Casio’s record reportedly includes multiple assaults on fellow inmates, with one such incident adding six years to his sentence. His reputation for violent behavior behind bars aligns with the brutality of the reported attack on Lanez. The incident has stirred speculation online, particularly from music executive Wack 100, who claimed via social media that Mexican gangs were behind the assault.… Read more

Cassie Takes Stand At Diddy Trial, Says Freak Offs Lasted 4 Days

The Diddy federal trial is underway and as expected some of revelations have been jaw dropping. Cassie took the stand and claims she was forced to participate in a four-day freak off and more.

As reported by Variety, Cassie served as a witness on Tuesday, May 13. When questioned about her 11-year relationship with Diddy she got emotional as she further detailed the abuse she suffered. Cassie alleges that after the two started dating the mogul quickly introduced to her to what he called “Freak Offs.”… Read more

Love & Basketball: Cardi B & Stefon Diggs Steal The Spotlight From The Knicks

Cardi B and Stefon Diggs sparked major buzz Monday night as they shared an affectionate moment courtside at Madison Square Garden.

Attending Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semi-Finals between the New York Knicks and Boston Celtics, the rapper and NFL wide receiver appeared inseparable, adding more fuel to the ongoing rumors surrounding their relationship.

The two were seen laughing together, holding hands, and exchanging playful glances throughout the game. Their body language suggested a strong connection, making it hard for fans and cameras to look away.… Read more

Michael B. Jordan Shows Love To Sinners & Drops Big Creed-Verse Plans At Amazon Upfront

At Amazon’s upfront presentation on Monday, Michael B. Jordan energized the crowd with a surprising and heartfelt tribute.

While promoting the future of the Creed franchise, Jordan took a moment to acknowledge the current success of Sinners, a film now playing in theaters. “Thank you to everyone who’s been supporting Sinners in theaters right now,” he told the audience at the Beacon Theatre, earning one of the loudest responses of the night.

What caught many off guard was that *Sinners* was not an Amazon production but a Warner Bros.… Read more

Michael Jordan Signs On With NBC Sports As Special Contributor

Michael Jordan will bring his years of basketball excellence and experience to television screens in the next NBA season after NBC Sports made a big announcement. Michael Jordan will join the network’s team as a special contributor covering NBA action.

The announcement was made on Monday (May 12) and highlights that Michael Jordan will be joining the NBA on NBC roster, with Air Jordan sharing in a statement his feelings on the new partnership.

“I am so excited to see the NBA back on NBC.… Read more

Victim No. 3 Missing As Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ Sex Trafficking Trial Begins

Federal prosecutors are scrambling to locate a key witness scheduled to testify against Sean “Diddy” Combs in his highly anticipated sex trafficking trial, which began with opening statements on Monday, according to Deadline.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York (SDNY) reported that as of Sunday, they had not yet made contact with Victim-3, who was scheduled to testify Monday with detailed allegations of sexual exploitation by the rapper and entrepreneur.… Read more

Tory Lanez Reportedly Stabbed In Jail, Rushed To Hospital

Rapper Tory Lanez has reportedly been stabbed by an inmate at the California Correctional Institution at Tehachapi, where he’s currently serving out his 10-year prison sentence for the 2020 shooting of Megan Thee Stallion, TMZ reported.  

Lanez, 32, was in the yard of the facility on Monday morning (May 12) when the stabbing occurred. TMZ noted that the rapper—real name Daystar Peterson—was rushed to a nearby hospital in Bakersfield with non-life-threatening injuries and is expected to survive the attack.… Read more

Michael Jordan To Serve ‘Special Contributor’ Role With NBC This Fall

The GOAT, Michael Jordan, will step out of retirement to serve as a “special” sports contributor with NBC when NBA sports coverage returns to the network in the fall. Details surrounding Jordan’s role are unclear, but a source told CNBC that the Chicago Bulls legend won’t be a “regular” on the network. Instead, he’ll make several appearances throughout the NBA season.

In a statement, the 62-year-old basketball icon said he was “excited” to see the NBA making a comeback on NBC.… Read more

Denise Bidot Speaks Out: Accuses Lil Wayne Of Abuse After Mother’s Day Split

Model Denise Bidot has come forward with serious allegations against rapper Lil Wayne, claiming he subjected her to both emotional and physical abuse during their relationship.

The accusations surfaced on Mother’s Day, a day that Bidot says ended with her and her daughter being forced to leave Wayne’s home. In an emotional post shared on Instagram, Bidot expressed the pain of the split, calling it a cruel and heartless move. “Breaking up with someone on Mother’s Day is diabolical,” she wrote, hinting at a deeper turmoil behind the scenes.… Read more

Malia Obama Directs 2 Nike Videos with A’ja Wilson Showcasing Her New Basketball Shoe

The filmmaker, 26, helmed the social media short videos, which are tied to the launch of the WNBA star’s signature shoe

Malia Obama is just doing it!

The elder daughter of former president Barack Obama and wife Michelle Obama has harnessed her directorial skills for a pair of social media vignettes in support of A’ja Wilson’s new Nike shoe, PEOPLE can confirm.

Obama, 26, was at the helm of two videos tied to the WNBA star’s new signature shoe for the brand, the A’One, set to drop on Tuesday, May 6.… Read more

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